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The scheme aims to familiarize meritorious students with police functioning and promote research in law enforcement by providing selected students a six-week internship in district police stations under official supervision.

The "Police Internship Scheme" was launched by the Home Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. The scheme aims to familiarize meritorious students with the functioning of the Madhya Pradesh Police Department and to encourage research in policing and law enforcement.

> Internship Period

Selected students are offered a six-week internship opportunity at district police stations, where they gain practical experience in administrative, legal, and investigative procedures.

• The applicant should be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
• The applicant should be a student enrolled in a recognized educational institution.
• The applicant must be between 21 and 26 years of age as of May 1 of the application year.
• The applicant should be pursuing one of the following courses:

• Five-Year Integrated Law Course
• B.E. / B.Tech.
• Master’s or Postgraduate Program from any UGC-recognized institution
• MCA / BCA / PGDCA
• CA / CS
• Diploma in Police-Related Subjects (e.g., Human Rights, Criminology)
• Ph.D. or Research in Police-Related Subjects

Professional Exposure:

Interns gain firsthand experience of police administration, law enforcement, investigation procedures, and public dealing.

Research Opportunity:

Each intern submits an analytical research paper of 3,000 words on an approved topic related to policing.

Certification:

A Police Internship Certificate is awarded upon successful completion by the respective unit head (Superintendent of Police).

Supervised Training:

Each intern is placed under the supervision of at least a Sub-Inspector or higher-ranking officer, who mentors and evaluates daily work.

Practical Learning:

Interns maintain a daily duty record, authenticated by their supervising officer the following day.

Placement Structure:

Large police stations (in Indore, Bhopal, Jabalpur, and Gwalior): 2–3 interns

Medium police stations: 1 intern

Mode and Duration:

Internship duration: 6 weeks (June 1–July 12)

Mode: Full-time, in-person at designated police stations.

Honorarium:

The scheme is unpaid. No salary or stipend is provided. Lodging and food arrangements must be made by the interns themselves.

Disciplinary Provisions:

No leave is permitted during the internship period. Lack of interest or misconduct may result in termination by the Superintendent of Police.